Griswold Town, CT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
11,484 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,694 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$266,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$892 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$942 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region
2
Norwich-New London-Willimantic Metro Area
2
Connecticut
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region
3
Norwich-New London-Willimantic Metro Area
3
Connecticut
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 9 27
Feb 3 9 30
Mar 5 5 37
Apr 5 1 48
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 5 1 43
Dec 4 7 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 44%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, CT State Senate District 18, CT State House District 45, CT
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Schools

Voluntown Elementary School
3 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Griswold Elementary School
3 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Griswold High School
3 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Three Rivers Community College
11 miles, W • 1.9 star
Quinebaug Valley Community College
17 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Connecticut College
17 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

William W Backus Hospital
9 miles, W • 4.1 star
Westerly Hospital
16 miles, S • 4.1 star
Natchaug Hospital
18 miles, NW
Windham Community Memorial Hospital
18 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Bradley International Airport
46 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Worcester Regional Airport
47 miles, NE • 1 star
Tweed-New Haven Airport
55 miles, W • 1 star
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